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as in to visit
to make a brief visit
I just thought I'd run in and pick up my package
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as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
if we catch you shoplifting again, we're going to run you in
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Recent Examples of run in
ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
Weaver, which had gone on a 10-0 run in the third quarter to break away from Lauralton Hall, simply went cold, scoring seven points in the final quarter, and had multiple turnovers.
—Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
LaBeouf is no stranger to run-ins with the law.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
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Verb
Puerto Rico rallied late, scoring four runs in the eighth, but Greg Weissert allowed one hit in a scoreless ninth for a five-out save.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
Weaver, which had gone on a 10-0 run in the third quarter to break away from Lauralton Hall, simply went cold, scoring seven points in the final quarter, and had multiple turnovers.
—Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
The ranch includes two working barns, 10 stalls, extensive paddocks with run-ins and irrigated turnouts.
—David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
LaBeouf is no stranger to run-ins with the law.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for run in
Verb
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For more details on the claims process or to download a claim form, visit the Hoosier Lottery Winners page or contact the customer service team at 1-800-955-6886.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
13 Mar. 2026
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Nonprofit Greenheart Exchange is seeking families to host Chinese exchange students who will visit the Dundee area in July and August before spending the school year at high schools across the United States.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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They were arrested hours after the attack and later appeared in a Moscow court with signs of being severely beaten.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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According to Philadelphia police, Fanning, 60, was arrested for the assault Monday night on the 9600 block of Milnor Street in the city's Torresdale neighborhood.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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That Mann himself had written stories on gay themes added to the piquancy of the encounter.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Greg Hardesty, a longtime trail runner who frequently runs in the foothills of Orange County, said encounters with snakes are a regular part of trail running in the area.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The game was largely back and forth after halftime, until the Jayhawks seized momentum late.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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Other analysts, though, are more sanguine, reckoning that the allies can instead simply seize Iranian oil tankers.—
Michael M. Rosen,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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Heo re-holstered his Taser, intending to apprehend Best by grabbing or tackling him, Prescott said.—
Kellie Love,
Hartford Courant,
9 Mar. 2026
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While the two men struggle with the jammed backdoor, Weisz’s character tosses them both a look before rushing toward the flames to grab her unfinished manuscript, written on legal pads, and dashing out of the cabin just in time.—
Meg Walters,
Glamour,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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At this point, as the women are driving back to the house, Harry Jowsey has not yet committed to coming over to party with Taylor.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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Before dark, a second aircraft came over, flying a little higher.—
Elwyn "Bud" Myers,
Outdoor Life,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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With five miles to the finish line and no one else picking up pace, Martin decided to push himself to the end.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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To see if a mammal would pick up the vaccine from the mosquito, his team conducted some of their experiments on mice and other rodents.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
13 Mar. 2026
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Related bought its first property in an auction on the courthouse steps in 2011.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Mar. 2026
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That's exactly where pet wellness brand Foffy is stepping in with a new daily pet multivitamin.—
Jessica Moore,
USA Today,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Run in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/run%20in. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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